To ensure that its members are giving the recognition deserving their past effort and protect the active boxers. The purpose for which the corporation is to be organized are to be fostered and promote the good and general welfare of the Veteran Boxer. To take care of the sick and disabled Veteran Boxer who may be in distress by means of contribution with in the means and to the best of the associa
tions ability. To take an active interest in the administration of all the laws that affect the sport of boxing in the state of Pennsylvania to insure that its members are given the recognition deserving their past effort and protect the active boxers to the best of the associations ability. Walk into the VBA RING 1 club and it may make you feel like you just stepped into the heart of Philly boxing history. Six hundred photos of fighters cover the walls, accompanied by gloves and gear. Most of the items were acquired during the club's 72-year history. At the VBA, many members are boxing fans/writers, ex-fighters, managers/trainers and promoters, referee's, judges, both amateur and professional. Non-boxers, however, can apply for a "social membership". It takes a week for club brass to decide on your membership, but someone will usually sponsor you.
